The Rugby Showcase Release
- THE RUGBY SHOWCASE GETS PLAYERS SEEN BEFORE THE DRAFT
- The MLR Draft will be covered live on National Digital, and Regional / Local Networks
The Rugby Showcase is presented by the High-Performance Management Group and will provide professional positional coaching, laser-measured timing technology, and live scrimmaging.
The Rugby Showcase will take place at Staples High School in Westport, CT., and will feature Major League Rugby draft declared players.
It starts at 9 am with physical testing of the applicants 18 and over and is followed by positional skills. The event will culminate with a scrimmage that may determine the future of the top applicants.
“After the success of our inaugural Draft,” reads a statement from Major League Rugby, we are incredibly excited about the 2nd edition and expect a strong Draft pool for teams to choose from. Events like The Rugby Showcase are an excellent way for aspiring athletes to gain exposure and be evaluated by GMs and Coaches ahead of the big day.”
While attendance is not mandatory for prospects to be considered for the selection during the MLR Draft, TRS will provide draft-declared, draft-eligible, and a select group of non-draft eligible athletes the opportunity to make a statement in front of Major League Rugby representatives before draft day. Draft-eligible players will be featured in our streaming coverage.
This special event will be operated by MLR veterans and professional staff, offering a unique insight into what athletes can expect at the next level.
National and local sponsorship opportunities available. For general information and sponsorships please email sponsorships@therugbyshowcase.com
CONTACT INFORMATION: The Rugby Showcase
press@therugbyshowcase.com
www.therugbyshowcase.com
Major League Rugby Collegiate Draft 2021
“For the 2021 Draft only, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, MLR is waiving the requirement for athletes to have been a registered collegiate rugby player in the year preceding the draft. However, all athletes must have been enrolled in college during the 2020-2021 academic year. Players are encouraged to review the eligibility section at www.MajorLeague.Rugby/Draft and reach out to draft@usmlr.com for any queries.
Collegiate players who meet the draft criteria may declare for the draft by filling out the MLR enrollment form by Friday, August 6, 2021. The enrollment form and more information can be found here.
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